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The World Bank In Bulgaria

Bulgaria has undergone a significant transformation over the past three decades. It has transformed from a highly centralized, planned economy to an open, market-based, upper-middle-income economy securely anchored in the EU.

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July 25, 16:00 FST

Global Econothon

Europe and Central Asia features in first 24-hour economics marathon. Watch the program on July 25 at 16:00 Sofia time.

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WBG Office for Shared Services in Sofia

The World Bank Group has opened a new office to host shared services in Sofia.

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Champion in Women Legal Rights

Bulgaria is among the highest performing economies in women's legal rights affecting work.

Bulgaria At-A-Glance

Similar to 2015, GDP grew by 3.4% in 2016, a significant improvement compared to the 2009– 14 period. Exports, supported by strong demand from the EU, expanded at a robust rate and were the key driver of growth. Private consumption continued to improve on the basis of low inflation and favorable labor market conditions. Unemployment declined to a seven-year low.

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Project

Municipal Infrastructure Development

The World Bank–supported Municipal Infrastructure Development Project will guarantee a reliable and high-quality water supply for 170,000 Bulgarians through the completion of three dams.

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Report

Women, Business and the Law 2019: A Decade of Reform

Sub-National Report

Doing Business in EU 2017: Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania

Strategy Document

Country Partnership Framework

Working Paper

Disaster Risk Profiles: Bulgaria

Bulgaria in Figures

Bulgaria’s economic recovery continued in 2016 and supported improved fiscal performance but the medium-term outlook remains challenging. Stronger growth and improvements in the labor market have contributed to poverty reduction. Further gains in growth, poverty reduction and shared prosperity would hinge on strengthening institutions, boosting the skills and employability of the labor force, and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of public spending. Read more...

Experts

Arup Banerji

Regional Director for the European Union Countries

Fabrizio Zarcone

Country Manager for Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia

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Country Office Contacts

Sofia, Bulgaria

INTERPRED, The World Trade Center, 36 Dragan Tsankov Blvd.

Tel: (359-2) 969-72-29
Fax:(359-2) 971-20-45

info@worldbank.bg

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The World Bank In Bulgaria